quietude

American  

[kwahy-i-tood, -tyood] / ˈkwaɪ ɪˌtud, -ˌtyud /

noun

1. the state of being quiet; tranquility; calmness; stillness.

   After the storm passed, there was a lovely quietude.

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quietude British  

/ ˈkwaɪəˌtjuːd /

noun

1. the state or condition of being quiet, peaceful, calm, or tranquil

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Etymology

Origin of quietude

First recorded in 1590–1600; from Late Latin quiētūdō, equivalent to Latin quiētus quiet + -tūdō -tude

Example Sentences

Sawai demonstrates how a performance made of subtle emotional expression, minimal physical movement, and quietude steadily ramps up to the tour de force ninth episode, “Crimson Sky.”

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2024

At work, Fran’s quietude exists against the mundane chatter of her co-workers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2024

A modernist sculptor acclaimed — perhaps mistakenly — for her work’s quietude, Asawa wove sublimely delicate hanging forms out of nested lobes of looped wire.

From New York Times • Sep. 14, 2023

If you seek quietude, this is the hike for you.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 28, 2023

I am enjoying a bit of quietude in my private toilet right now to strategize for the next undertaking.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys